4 Signs It’s Time to Update Your Employee Training Program

Keeping your employee training program up to date isn’t just a matter of compliance—it’s key to maintaining a capable, confident workforce ready to provide exceptional care to those they serve. And because of this, as your organization grows and the post-acute care landscape evolves, your training must evolve with it. Ignoring these shifts can lead to inefficiencies, increased turnover, and even compliance risks.

But how do you know when it’s time to give your training a refresh? Here are the top 4 signs that it’s time to update your training program.

1. It’s Been Over A Year Since You Last Reviewed Content

Healthcare evolves rapidly, and so do industry regulations. If you haven’t reviewed or updated your employee training content in over a year, it’s likely that some of your material is outdated or missing new components. Failure to stay current with regulations and the latest best practices can lead to compliance violations, poorer care outcomes, and increased risk for your organization.

Because of this, it’s essential to regularly monitor for changes and update courses and programs to stay ahead of compliance updates. Showd.me helps providers ensure they’re meeting requirements by regularly monitoring for updates at both the federal and state levels. Courses are proactively updated to meet the latest best practices or regulatory requirements. And our team providers ongoing recommendations to your organization to ensure compliance.  

2. You’ve Added New Service Lines or Expanded Locations

Whether you’re adding new service lines like hospice, or expanding into a new state, you need to ensure you have the right training in place for your employees. Each new service line or location may have its own set of regulations, skills, and care protocols. And without the right updates, you risk inconsistencies in care and compliance across your organization.

Keeping up with constantly evolving regulations, especially in new territories can be time-consuming. Look for a training partner that offers compliance-driven courses specific not just to healthcare, but the various service lines in post-acute care, as well as the roles within those different departments. This ensures that every team member receives the consistent, comprehensive training they need to thrive in their roles. 

3. You’re Struggling Getting Employees To Complete Training

Low training completion rates are a major red flag that your employee training program needs an update. If your staff isn’t completing their training on time—or at all—it could indicate that the material is too difficult to access or simply unengaging. Or in the case of in-person training, too difficult to fit into their already busy schedule. 

Today’s post-acute care workforce expects their annual training to be accessible online, allowing for a self-paced experience. But this is just the start. To ensure the highest completion rates, work with a vendor partner that allows employees to complete training anywhere, anytime and on any device–without the need for downloading yet another app. Next look for a partner that will help you develop training programs that include the latest best practices and are personalized based on their role and specialties. 

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Showd.me believes employee training should be more than just a check-the-box requirement. We work with your team to develop programs that are personalized and relevant to those completing it. We also continuously monitor competitions and send proactive reminders to employees to ensure deadlines are met. 

4. Your Recent Audits or Satisfaction Survey Weren’t So Satisfactory

Declining resident or client satisfaction or poor audit results could be a sign that your staff isn’t receiving the right training. If your care standards are slipping, it may be because your training program isn’t equipping employees with the skills they need to deliver high-quality, compassionate care.

Showdme is dedicated to helping post-acute care organizations deliver the comprehensive knowledge and skills they need to boost outcomes and improve satisfaction. We craft our content with a patient-center approach to ensure it resonates with real-world practice. We also align our language and terminology with industry standards, making our content reliable and relevant. This paired with real-world scenario-based training and quizzes maximizes knowledge retention. 

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Updating your employee training program isn’t just a box to check for compliance—it’s essential for ensuring your staff has the skills and knowledge to provide exceptional care. If any of the signs above resonate with you, it’s time for a change. Showdme’s training services make it easy for you to refresh and modernize your program, ensuring your staff stays engaged, compliant, and ready to meet the challenges of today’s post-acute care environment.